should I leave in this setting or go for delicate 8 prong?

[Luvallgems]

Last time I’m going to try to photograph my ER....debating if I should go for 8 prong delicate setting from LAD or leave it
alone. I’ve got thick skin, tell me the truth.
Thanks

 

[seaurchin]

In my opinion, it's a nice antique-ish, art deco-ish setting. However, it wouldn't be my preference (too "chunky") and wouldn't look good on my hand. So I, personally, would prefer the more delicate setting. But I think it really is just personal preference so I'd ask you if you like it and how you think it looks on your hand.

 

[Luvallgems]

In my opinion, it's a nice antique-ish, art deco-ish setting. However, it wouldn't be my preference (too "chunky") and wouldn't look good on my hand. So I, personally, would prefer the more delicate setting. But I think it really is just personal preference so I'd ask you if you like it and how you think it looks on your hand.

I don’t wear it very often, I do like it , (when I bought it 18 years ago, that was all the rage). I think I would enjoy it more if I could stack!

 

[Rfisher]

I don’t wear it very often, I do like it , (when I bought it 18 years ago, that was all the rage). I think I would enjoy it more if I could stack!

This tells me you should re-set it!

 

[LJsapphire]

I think it's lovely as it is.

 

[Luvallgems]

I think it's lovely as it is.

Thank you!

 

[KaeKae]

I wouldn't change a thing. In fact, I've been toying with resetting, and this is the style I'm leaning toward.

 

[Miss Marple]

I think it’s personal preference.

 

[luv2sparkle]

I think it is a lovely setting if it is what you want. I also think the diamond will stand out more in a simpler setting. It does come down to what appeals to you.

 

[House Cat]

This is a matter of personal taste. I love very delicate settings. For this reason, I have one. The only think I think you “should” do is follow your heart.

 

[Luvallgems]

This is a matter of personal taste. I love very delicate settings. For this reason, I have one. The only think I think you “should” do is follow your heart.

I know, the things I like about the present band 1) no spinning 2) very
secure prongs. I can always change back to original setting if I dislike
the more delicate one. The thing I dislike about the present setting...it’s
so heavy.

 

[tigertales]

Get that out of there!!!

 

[Luvallgems]

Get that out of there!!!

Ha Ha, okay!

 

[Slickk]

I really enjoy the setting it is in but, of course, if you don’t wear it then you should definitely change it! Very pretty

ETA what size stone is it? Would you have the impact you desire in a solitaire?

 

[tigertales]

Said with love and all good intention of course! I think that lovely diamond is SOOOO eclipsed by all the gewgaw, I can't even appreciate it!
" Liberate me!" it says.

(I am a diamond whisperer, evidently!)

some beauties to consider:
https://www.pricescope.com/blog/jewels-week-3-huge-diamonds-ring-2013

 

[Luvallgems]

Said with love and all good intention of course! I think that lovely diamond is SOOOO eclipsed by all the gewgaw, I can't even appreciate it!
" Liberate me!" it says.

(I am a diamond whisperer, evidently!)

some beauties to consider:
https://www.pricescope.com/blog/jewels-week-3-huge-diamonds-ring-2013

Don’t mean to be “ brag whore”..... the diamond is a sparkle bomb, I agree
you need to see her below the neck.

 

[Luvallgems]

I really enjoy the setting it is in but, of course, if you don’t wear it then you should definitely change it! Very pretty

ETA what size stone is it? Would you have the impact you desire in a solitaire?

I don’t have all the stats handy.. bought 18 years ago, measured 8.5mm
In the very enclosed setting.

 

[Slickk]

I don’t have all the stats handy.. bought 18 years ago, measured 8.5mm
In the very enclosed setting.

Oh that’s a really nice size for a solitaire. I think you should do it then! Especially if you’ll wear it more. I hate pieces sitting unworn.
If you happen to want re- home the setting I have an 8.5mm loose stone I am looking to set.

 

[Luvallgems]

Oh that’s a really nice size for a solitaire. I think you should do it then! Especially if you’ll wear it more. I hate pieces sitting unworn.
If you happen to want re- home the setting I have an 8.5mm loose stone I am looking to set.

Will Let you know how it turns out.

 

[missy]

I love the setting but given the fact that 1. you don't wear the ring very often and 2. you find the setting "heavy" I think you should reset. And save that setting for future use just in case. I think it's a beautiful setting but not for you or your diamond. Perhaps at a later date you can enjoy a colored gemstone in the setting. There is no right or wrong it's up to your personal preference and any setting that makes you want to wear and enjoy the diamond more is the right decision. Good luck.

 

[Luvallgems]

I love the setting but given the fact that 1. you don't wear the ring very often and 2. you find the setting "heavy" I think you should reset. And save that setting for future use just in case. I think it's a beautiful setting but not for you or your diamond. Perhaps at a later date you can enjoy a colored gemstone in the setting. There is no right or wrong it's up to your personal preference and any setting that makes you want to wear and enjoy the diamond more is the right decision. Good luck.

Missy, I appreciate your opinion. You are right, it would be worn more
in a smaller setting ( it does have a dinner ringish feel), probably the reason
I don’t wear very often. The ring has blue sapphire accents, a colored
stone is a very good idea.

 

[missy]

Missy, I appreciate your opinion. You are right, it would be worn more
in a smaller setting ( it does have a dinner ringish feel), probably the reason
I don’t wear very often. The ring has blue sapphire accents, a colored
stone is a very good idea.

I don't wear everything I have but wish I could/would so I get it. Some bling is meant to be appreciated even if not worn a lot so PPW does not always apply but in most cases we get more enjoyment from a piece if we can wear it and love it that way. And I get the feeling from your posts that you would enjoy this ring more in another setting. More delicate yet still substantial and protective of the beautiful stone.

 

[Tekate]

I'd reset it it looks like a cocktail ring, which is great, but I think the diamond will speak more to me if it were reset..

 

[Luvallgems]

I'd reset it it looks like a cocktail ring, which is great, but I think the diamond will speak more to me if it were reset..

I agree, thanks!

 

[the_mother_thing]

I love the setting but - for me - it would be too much/big for an e-ring. But I agree it’d make a FAB RHR with a colored stone in place of the diamond!